Dear All, Ernie has just modeled a good way to provide information to our list in the form of a recommendation. I have been asked to clarify whether it is all right to include a business name and address in a signature to posts to our list. The answer is yes. I think it is really helpful for people to provide information about themselves in their signatures. I like the idea of supporting members of this list. And if we can connect an especially interesting helpful remark with someone who has a business that would be a positive thing. An occasional note to the list from one of our list members who is in the business of selling things that members of this group might be interested in is probably o.k. too, especially if it is something special, but please don't do this very often and please ask people to contact you privately for more details, a catalog, etc. instead of posting prices and items to the list. Most of you have been very good about this. We have had topics of the week highlighting our favorite places to buy seed, bulbs, pots, etc. I think everyone appreciates knowing about good sources and please continue to let everyone know when you have found a good one. But this is a bit different than announcing things that are for sale with prices included. That is a commercial message. Mary Sue